Way more than 560km, that's only the official statement. It's volume is 44% larger than a Tomahawk, so even with a 50% higher SFC, I would expect it to have similar range, or as a worst case minimum easily twice that official figure.

GBU and Brimstone it can carry with drop tanks. Also don't forget in-flight refuelling.

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US turgine are better. And I think SCALP/STORM SHADOW has a greater warhead.
It's difficult to compare perf. just after having a look and volume estimation.

US turgine are better. And I think SCALP/STORM SHADOW has a greater warhead.
It's difficult to compare perf. just after having a look and volume estimation.

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The SFC is 0.682 vs 1.03lb/lbfhr (50% higher for Storm Shadow). The warhead is fractionally lighter, 450kg vs 454kg and the missile is 44% larger by volume, fuel is held withing that volume. So the range should be similar.

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